1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Justy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,189 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Justy weights approximately 244 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Subaru Justy (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 1992 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
